Springtime of Theatres

A festival on the new languages of the contemporary scene, Primavera dei Teatri testifies to the will of a small and charming centre in one of the most disadvantaged regions of Italy to become a privileged place of national cultural debate. And it confirms the will to challenge its own condition of cultural backwardness, contributing to the process of renewal of the language of the stage in Italy. The festival has become a reference point in the South for contemporary dramaturgy and new creativity, a workshop of encounters and comparisons between artists of different backgrounds and generations. Over the years, Primavera dei Teatri has contributed to the affirmation of many Italian artists of the latest generation, some of whom were later consecrated by prestigious awards. A unique event in the south of Italy, the festival reflects on contemporary society, records ideas and aesthetic questions, and focuses on young people, even taking big risks. Directed and organised by Scena Verticale, the festival reaches its 20th edition in May 2019.